Here you will find all 25 articles on the basics of mediation that were published here in the years 2014-2018. 

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THE 25 BASICS OF MEDIATION

Here you will find the 25 basics of mediation – clearly arranged and organised.

THE 25 BASICS OF MEDIATION

1. ten facts about the Mediation Act - and a few tips

This introductory article discusses the most important sections and regulations of the German Mediation Act.

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2. mediation styles – Mediate differently.

The second article offers a simple scheme for differentiating and categorising mediation styles.

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3. structure of the mediation process

The article briefly explains the legal requirements for the mediation process and the resulting opportunities for mediators.

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4. what does mediation cost - and what do you get for it?

An important question for potential mediators is dealt with in the fourth article. Read the "Checklist for product purchasing: mediation".

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5. the legal requirements triangle of the mediator

The fifth part of the series deals with the legal requirements for the work and person of the mediator.

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6 Confidentiality in mediation

The sixth part provides a rough insight into the complex matter of the confidentiality regulation of § 4 Mediation Act.

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7. guiding principles of mediation - equalisation, mediation, transformation

Part 7 deals with guiding principles of mediation and how they help.

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8. third parties instead of kicks - the third party in the conflict

Part 8 deals with the conflict third parties.

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9. model of conflict management levels

The model of conflict management levels offers many suggestions for reflecting on one's experiences with conflicts.

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10 The humanistic view of humanity in mediation

The 10th article deals with the humanistic view of man that prevails in mediation.

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11. interests and positions

The eleventh contribution deals with the fundamental difference between the observer and the mediator.

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12. mediation clauses in private law contracts

Mediation clauses in private law contracts are still used far too rarely. This article deals with this important topic.

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13 How the law also serves mediation

The law does not enjoy a good reputation in some circles. Yet the law is, in a way, the founder of mediation! Well, almost.

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14 Thank you, Conflict, for being here!

Anyone talking about mediation needs to be clear about their view of conflict. This article presents my understanding of conflict.

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15. 9 steps to the abyss or conflicts as a connecting line

Glasl's 9-phase model is used to show how those involved in the conflict process the escalation spiral - and still have the impression that the conflict is happening to them.

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16. conflict costs and their plausibility check

Everything you need to know about the costs of conflicts - and more - can be found here.

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17. alternative conflict resolution procedures

The 17th article briefly explains the most important alternative dispute resolution procedures that have emerged in the "shadow of the law".

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18. why it simply doesn't work without feeling

The 18th article deals with feelings, their significance and how they can be appropriately conceptualised in mediation.

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19. history of mediation

This time, the focus is on historical precursors, modern mediation and, above all, open questions in connection with the history and development of mediation.

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20. communication in mediation

The 20th article is about communication models. Watzlawick, Berne (transactional analysis), Schulz von Thun and in particular Luhmann's systems theory model are addressed!

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21 Why mediation now?

The 21st article is about the emergence of modern mediation: Why does it exist and what problems does it solve?

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22 Contractual foundations of mediation

In the 22nd article, the contractual web of a mediation is taken apart – and some insights are gained!

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23. transformation of social conflict into law – and back

The 23rd article describes in detail the process that enables a judging third party to make a decision.

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24 Closing agreement and the limits of legal services

The 24th article examines the extent to which mediators are limited by the Legal Services Act in mediation.

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25th training in mediation according to the legal requirements of § 5 of the Mediation Act. A collection of curiosities.

The 25th article describes the legal requirements for the training and further training of (certified) mediators. Some curiosities come to light.